William Edsel Balser - Fair Funeral Home

William Edsel Balser August 14, 1929 - September 19, 2018

Born: Wednesday Aug 14, 1929

Died: Wednesday Sep 19, 2018

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William Edsel “Bill” Balser, 89, of Eden, passed away Wednesday morning, September 19th, 2018 at the home of his son in Charlotte.

A funeral service to celebrate the life of Bill will be held at 11AM on Saturday, September 29th, at Fair Funeral Home Chapel, 432 Boone Road in Eden, with burial to follow in Ridge-View Memorial Gardens. The family will receive friends Friday evening, 6- 8 PM, at Fairs Funeral Home.

Bill was born August 14th, 1929 in Rockingham County, NC. He was a retiree of Karastan Mills with over 42 years of service. Bill was a long time resident of Bayberry Retirement Inn in Eden and attended North Spray Christian Church.

He is survived by his son, Rick Balser and wife, Rhonda, of Charlotte; one grandchild, Micah and husband Jason of Mount Holly, NC; and four great-grandchildren, Beau, Alexandra, Hayden, and Cameron; along with numerous nieces and nephews.

He was preceded in death by his wife, Peggy Humphrey Balser; two daughters, Jennifer and Michelle; six sisters, Edna, Pauline, Catherine, Mabel, Louise, and Iris; five brothers, Earnest, Calvin, Barney, George, and Frank.

Memorial contributions may be made to North Spray Christian Church, 521 Washburn Avenue, Eden, NC 27288.

Online Condolences may be offered to the family at www.fairfuneralhome.com

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Ricky & family - We were all sad to hear of your loss. Bill was fortunate to have you. I half expect to see him & Dad talking over the back fence. I'm sure there's a grand neighborhood reunion going on in Heaven. Sending you much love & prayers!
Sherry Bennett Bell

Rick and family, I am sorry to hear about your dad and your granddad. I know that Bill and my dad are having a big time talking. Both of them were regulars at Dick's Drive In and my daddy Carlton worked with him in the mill.to t I will be praying for all of you. I won't be able to come to the service due to now living in KY but you all will be in my thoughts and prayers. With Sympathy, Cheryl Smith Mann Carlton's daughter
Cheryl Smith Mann

I had the privilege of working with Bill at Karastan. He was one of a kind! Rest In Peace Bill.
Scott Mair

So sorry to hear of Bill's passing. He & Peggy were good friends with my mother (Betty Shively). Please know that you are in our thoughts and prayers.
Ron & Lisa Shively Harbour

So sorry for your loss.
Anita Cramer

I am so saddened to hear of Bill's passing. He was a kind, gentle and caring man. Fortunately for all of us, he lived a long and prosperous life. I will be working next Saturday and unable to attend his service; I will keep all of you in my thoughts and close to my heart.
Denise Griffin

Dear Rick and family.....So sorry for your loss!!!! I remember Bill from Hampton Heights Baptist Church. You are iny thoughts and prayers at this time!!! God Bless you all!!!
Micki M. Neal

I knew Bill for many years when I worked at Dick's Drive In. My thoughts and prayers are with you now and in the days ahead. I am sorry for your loss. May God comfort you.
Mary Jane Wison

Rick, We were all sorry to hear of your loss. I did not know your dad but I feel like I do after hearing you speak about him. Please know that all of us at you TruGreen family in Indian Trail are thinking of you and your family during this time of loss.
Brian Young

I was so sorry to hear about Uncle Bill. Just found out. I wish I had known sooner. God Bless.
Tammie Marlow

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